Meet the Team

Dea is from Albania and joined WAT in 2023. She has a Bachelor's degree in Language and Communication from the University of Tirana and an MSc in French Language. Dea continued her studies on Erasmus at the University of Kliment Ohridski in Sofia, Bulgaria and the University of Clermont Auvergne in Clermont Ferrand, France.

Dragos is from Montreal, Canada. He holds a BA in teaching, an MA in English literature, and a PhD in Literary Studies. He has been teaching English and French for over two decades on three continents. He has published a book of literary theory and has edited several anthologies and scholarly editions of British, American, and Canadian classics.

Elissa is from the United States and joined WAT in 2018. She studied Classics (Latin and ancient Greek language, literature, and culture) and Art History at Kalamazoo College, Michigan, USA, and is IB certified to teach both MYP and DP Language and Literature. At WAT, alongside her teaching role, she leads our Language and Literature Department, helps to implement the Middle Years Programme at WAT as the Assistant MYP Coordinator, and coordinates meetings and training sessions for her colleagues.

Enida holds a Bachelor and Master’s Degree in Electronic Engineer from the Polytechnic University of Tirana. With a background in Information Technology and 12 years of experience in education, she is a result-driven and detail-oriented professional. She has also been Head of Department for 5 years prior to joining WAT to teach MYP ICT. Enida has kept her skills up to date through the latest certificates and courses both in teaching and ICT.

Era is from Albania. She joined WAT in 2022 and has a Bachelor's degree in Chemistry from the Faculty of Natural Sciences at the University of Tirana and a Master's degree in teaching from the Faculty of Natural Sciences at the University of Tirana.

Erdi is Albanian and has been at WAT since 2015. In addition to acquiring a Master's degree in Sport Sciences from the University of Sports in Tirana, Erdi has 15 years of hands-on experience in teaching and coaching. He currently teaches Physical and Health Education in the MYP and DP programs here at WAT and is our Head of Department. He is a certified MYP Physical and Health Education teacher, encouraging student learning by incorporating exciting sports, games, and activities that reinforce the importance of health and physical fitness. These activities also promote active participation, teamwork, organisation, and strategy. Erdi also utilises a number of approaches and teaching techniques to ensure that each student is able to comprehend the presented information, enhance their own personal skills, have fun and socialise.

Jacques possesses a diverse range of professional qualifications and experiences. Firstly, he holds the title of Registered Teacher, accredited by the South African Council for Educators (SACE) and the Hong Kong Education Bureau (EDB). Additionally, he is a Chartered Quantity Surveyor, accredited by the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (MRICS). Furthermore, Jacques is proud to be a World Rugby Educator, with accreditations in Officiating, Coaching, and in Strength & Conditioning. Throughout his teaching career, he's held various roles in the fields of Primary and Secondary Education across all three Key Stages. These opportunities have been presented to him in numerous countries spanning Southern Africa, Asia, Europe, and Oceania. Jacques' true passion lies in the realms of education and sport, and he is deeply committed to making a positive impact and contributing to the growth and development of these two vital spheres. Jacques is excited to be teaching both MYP, and DP English at WAT this year and assisting his students to achieve great heights.

Jona is from Albania and joined WAT in 2015. She has a Bachelor's degree in Mathematical Sciences and a Scientific Masters in Teaching Mathematics. Jona is a CAS coordinator and has completed many IB trainings.

Klajdi is from Albania. He joined WAT in 2021 to teach Physical Education. Klajdi has a Bachelor's degree from the University of Sport, Tirana, specialising in physical activity and recreation, and a Master's degree in Teaching from Marin Barleti University. With 5 years in teaching, he is also a gym trainer, and is our Athletics Coordinator here at WAT. 

Klea is Albanian and being raised in a family of teachers, she is passionate about people and learning processes. She joined WAT in 2022 as our DP Economics teacher and lower MYP Design teacher. Klea has a Bachelor's degree in Economics from the University of Tirana, Albania and a Master's degree in Advanced Economics from La Sapienza University of Rome, Italy with a year of exchange in the Business and Administration Faculty, at the University of Gent in Belgium. She started her career as a trainer in a foreign multinational company where she worked for three years before going into education.

Livia is from Albania and joined WAT in 2022, after several years of experience in international institutions and schools, where she prepared students for international exams, and was also an examiner during the speaking IGCSE Cambridge exam. She has also been working as a part-time lecturer at Aleksandër Moisiu University for two years.. She has a Bachelor's degree in German-English Languages from the University of Aleksandër Moisiu in Durrës, Albania and a Master of Science degree in German Language Teaching for Upper Secondary Education from the University of Foreign Languages in Tirana.

Loziana is Albanian and studied English language at the Faculty of Foreign Language at the University of Tirana. She holds a Bachelor's degree in American and British studies and a Master's degree in Teaching English Language in upper secondary education. This is her 9th year at WAT and her 10th year in education, having taught for one year in the Cambridge curriculum before joining WAT. During these years at WAT she has been trained on IB Programs, Making the PYP Happen and Concept based Learning.

Mariglend is from Albania and joined WAT in 2023. He has Bachelor's and Master of Science degrees in Financial Accounting from the Agricultural University of Tirana, Albania and was part of the Erasmus+ Master Mobility in Finance and Accounting at the Warsaw University of Life Sciences, Poland. He also participated in the MOQUAS Study Program during his Masters, studying Markets, Organisation, Quality, Services and Policies in Southern Agriculture in Montpellier, France. Mariglend is a Ph.D. Candidate, doing his Doctoral Studies in Knowledge Management, focusing on embracing knowledge management for business strategies in the Sustainable Tourism & Hospitality sector in Slovenia.

Mirjeta is from Prishtina, Kosovo. She has 15 years experience in International education, 7 of which are in the International Baccalaureate Program. She earned a Bachelor's degree in Pharmacy from the University of Prishtina, and Master of Education in Chemistry for high school at JAMK University in Jyvaskyla, Finland. Mirjeta's years of experience include positions as Head of Science Department, AP Chemistry Key Teacher, DP Coordinator, and Personal Project Coordinator. She also works as a mentor for Education USA Kosovo College Prep Club (CPC), as a Teacher trainer for EdUSA Teachers Academy, teacher’s training accredited by the Ministry of Education Science and Technology (MEST) for the professional development and licensing of teachers at American and Advising Center in Pristina. In addition, she is also certified as an SAT instructor and has attended a range of IB workshops.

Nerajda is from Albania and joined WAT in 2018. Since she was little, her dream was to be an artist and art teacher like her father. She has a Bachelor of Arts degree and a Master of Science degree in Fashion Design Art from the University of Arts in Tirana. Nerajda has 5 years of experience teaching PYP and MYP IB classes and has attended a range of IB workshops and trainings in education. Teaching art goes beyond creating more successful students. Nerajda believes that it creates more successful human beings. Art can make such an important impact in the lives of students! She likes to expose students to a variety of different materials and introduce them to the artwork of artists from all around the world and throughout history. Prior to her teaching experience, Nerajda also worked as a photo editor for 10 years and has tried different art media and has been part of several art events. These experiences have helped her learn new art techniques that she can teach her students.

Pjereta is from Albania. She joined WAT in 2020 and has a Bachelor’s degree in Language and Literature, a Master’s in Literature, and a Master’s in Psychology. Pjereta has been an IB Examiner for many years for DP Language A Albanian Literature and Extended Essays. She is an officially trained teacher from the International Baccalaureate in the Middle Years Program, Diploma Program and in Interdisciplinary Education. She has attended a large range of workshops and webinars related to teaching and learning processes. Her experience includes 8 years in the International Baccalaureate Program, among others and over the years she has held various positions such as Head of Department of Languages, Head of School, and Service as Action Coordinator. Pjereta also teaches Literature as a Self-taught course for a large number of International Baccalaureate accredited schools in Europe and Asia. She continues to look forward to collaborating with parents as a partner in our students' growth and development.

Ramone is from Cape Town, South Africa and holds an Undergraduate Psychology Degree from the University of Cape Town, an Honours Degree from Cornerstone College and a Masters degree in Psychology from the University of the Western Cape. He has 4 years experience as a youth facilitator at an organization called GOLD Peer Education. Further, Ramone has been teaching for the last 9 years, 5 years as a psychology lecturer and 4 years as an English teacher. He is passionate about all spheres of Education, but his main areas of interest lie in teaching psychology and history (humanities). Ramone has worked with people of all ages from 9 year old children to university-aged adults. He has also been a chess coach for 3 years.